HISTORY

Our History

In 1894, shipbroker Jacques Pierot Jr. left his predecessor company to establish his own office in Rotterdam, The Netherlands.

Applying a dedicated approach to work and strong code of ethics, demanded of ship sale & purchase brokers, he built a company that has lasted over 130 years.

As a firm, generations of brokers at Pierot subscribed, and continue to, subscribe to the motto, ”Our Word is our Bond”. Jacques received many distinguished awards, including France’s Ordre National De La Legion D’Honneur. He was knowledgeable, socially adept and built lasting relationships with clients.

The firm flourished in The Netherlands for over half a century. Following Jacques’ retirement, the founder’s three sons and additional staff continued to expand the business. In the mid 1940’s, the firm relocated to New York City, where the company continues to operate from.

Jacques’ sons and his grandsons eventually took over, and expanded their existing relationships to include private clients, financial institutions, major oil companies, passenger lines, fruit import companies and others. The simultaneous arrival of a host of Scandinavian, Dutch, German, Greek and Chinese ship owners greatly increased the firm’s clientele and significantly influenced the firm’s success.

Under our new name, Pierot Shipping & Finance, we continue to operate with the same principals and standards that have guided the firm for more than 130 years of continuous operation.